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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing April 2013 as National County Government Month in Solano County (Supervisor Spering)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution recognizing April 2013 as National County Government Month in Solano County.
SUMMARY:
Solano County is one of 3,069 counties across the United States providing essential services to improve and sustain the health, safety and well-being of county residents and their communities. More than 2,500 County staff in 19 departments work diligently on a day-to-day basis to meet the challenges of providing high quality services to highly diverse populations while maintaining a high level of accountability, fiscal stability and integrity.
April 2013 marks the 22nd anniversary of National County Government Month, sponsored by the National Association of Counties and established to increase public awareness and understanding of the value of the responsibilities vested in county government. Counties play a critical role in the lives of their residents by protecting and enhancing the health, safety and well-being of their residents in practical, cost-effective ways.
The theme of 2013 National County Government Month is “Smart Justice: Creating Safer Communities,” which provides an opportunity to educate the community on the County’s holistic role in administering justice.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no cost to the county with regard to the adoption of this resolution other than the staff time to prepare this report.
DISCUSSION:
National County Government Month provides an opportunity to educate community residents about the role counties play in their daily lives. This year’s theme, “Smart Justice: Creating Safer Communities,” showcases one of the many aspects of county government that positively impacts the lives of all...
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